Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be looking to get any prospective business done early when the transfer window reopens to avoid another scenario like he endured in the summer.
United left it late to seal the signings of four players on deadline day in what was all a bit of a mad rush. Three months on and Solskjaer's side have been far from convincing so far this season, which could push the United boss into the market for further additions.
Not only that, but there is still plenty of deadwood to be cleared out from Old Trafford, with several stars potentially facing the axe next month.
Here are the latest transfer rumours involving the Red Devils. United prioritising Rice West Ham and England midfielder is reportedly top of a shortlist of players
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